Engine design cover may come loose and melt
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 golf gti and golf r vehicles. certain driving situations, such as high acceleration driving maneuvers, may loosen the engine design cover.
Safety Consequence
A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the engine design cover, free of charge. once parts become available, volkswagen will provide a free updated engine design cover under a separate service action. owner notification letters were mailed by march 29, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 10h5.
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FAQ: Recall 22V163000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V163000?
NHTSA recall 22V163000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on March 16, 2022. It addresses: Engine design cover may come loose and melt. The recall affects approximately 4,269 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V163000 or the manufacturer campaign number 10H5. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.